Siegfried had been calling his name on the other side and knocked several times to wake him. He got up, still half asleep, and opened the door. Siegfried stood outside with his arms crossed and a stern expression on his face."What's wrong, Siegfried?" Lucius asked."It's Father. He's gone to the Cyngorell to request our departure from Evingrad," the elf replied calmly."Departure? Whatever for? Does he mean to cast us out?"Siegfried smirked. "No, Lucius. The time has come for us to go outside of Verdania and fulfill Zebulun's prophecy."Lucius swallowed hard. "I do not think I am ready to embark on such a quest, brother.""My father believes you are up to the task, which is why he has faced much opposition from the Council. We must go, Lucius," Siegfried said earnestly.Lucius quickly got dressed and set out with Siegfried to the Council House where Helmer's appeals were taking place. Siegfried explained to Lucius the main cause for concern if they were not allowed to leave Evingrad. The Cyngorell considered it treason for any elf to step outside the forest of Verdania, except for those who bore the rank of Protectors or who were sanctioned by the Council.
